COMMERCIAL DESCRIPTIONEvery year on the 24th of February, the birthday of "Charles the fifth", the Brewery brews the Gouden Carolus "Cuvee of the Emperor" in a limited quantity and with an eye on the highest quality and tradition.
This unique brewing, with only extra fine Belgian hops and with a higher alcohol level, guarantees a better evolution in the time, than the already known Gouden Carolus.
This beer, as all our beers, is 100 % natural, with no preservatives, no adjuncts and no chemicals. We bottle it in bottles of 75 cl and closed with a quality cork. Excellent to store several years.
Every year the public is invited to assist to the brewing process.
Was 8% abv in 2000-2002, 10% in 2003 and 11% in 2004.

DISCLAIMER: This is a dark beer and the label has a blue diagonal line.

750ml bottle. Pours a hazy chestnut brown with a one finger tan head. It smells amazing. I can say with sincerity that I’ve never smelled a beer like this before. Molasses, raisin, serious red wine notes, alcohol, hazelnut, walnut, brandy, black licorice, and the "original" flavour of Ricola. As for taste, sweet with heavy raisin notes, LBV port, black licorice, light hazelnut, a light cinnamon note and some definite alcohol that turns into very surprising Dutch style licorice heavy flavours, port, and some dried fruit in the finish. This beer is a beast. Good, too damn good.

An outstanding beer reminiscent of the best of the Trappists. Nice aroma with evident fruit and raisins. Pours cleanly, great white head. Lovely malt and chocolate highlights, a touch of maple sugar. Very well balanced. Lasts a goodly time on the palate. Drink it in a wide mouthed glass and it will serve you well.

Very good beer. Way better than expected. Everyone must try this beer. The beer has a a slicht nutty flavor, with a light hint of caramel. The beer has a dark, almost black colour. The beer has a frothy layer of foam. The beer has a medium sweetness, is lightly bitter, with a full body. It is a nice creamy beer with a long finish.

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